Clear your Friday night schedule, foodies. National Geographic is serving up a six-episode marathon of “Crash Course Cuisine with Hudson Yang,” starting at 6:00 PM ET on March 21. Actor Hudson Yang trades the screen for the stove, taking viewers on a global culinary adventure that’s as educational as it is entertaining.
The evening kicks off in New Orleans with “Cooking with the Soul.” Yang explores the city’s vibrant culinary scene, delving into the history and traditions behind its iconic dishes. But the Big Easy is just the first stop on this whirlwind tour. At 7:00 PM ET, “Nose to Tail” finds Yang facing a culinary challenge, experimenting with ingredients that might make some squeamish. Consider it an education in adventurous eating.
The culinary journey then takes Yang to Singapore for a four-episode sprint through Asian cuisine. “Using Your Noodle” (8:00 PM ET) tackles the art of noodle-making, while “What’s the Secret Sauce?” (9:00 PM ET) uncovers the versatile world of curry. In “As Fresh As It Gets” (10:00 PM ET), Yang embraces local ingredients, sourcing fresh produce and seafood. The marathon culminates with “The Ultimate Test” (11:00 PM ET), where he must create a meal fit for a diplomat, cooking for the U.S. ambassador to Singapore.
Throughout the six episodes, we see Yang not just as a food enthusiast, but as someone reconnecting with his Asian heritage. It’s a crash course not only in global cuisine but in personal growth, as Yang works in unfamiliar kitchens and faces culinary challenges head-on.
“Crash Course Cuisine with Hudson Yang” airs Friday, March 21st, starting at 6:00 PM ET on National Geographic.
